The following new law goes into effect on February 1st 2009. This will affect all Family Child Care Programs!

Changes to Frequency of Background Checks:

• Licensee – Under the provisions of the new law, the department will conduct a caregiver background check on all licensees every 3 months (4 times a year). A caregiver background check fee will be charged for each background check ($10 X 4 = $40 per year). Licensees will be notified when to submit a background check fee and the amount that must be submitted.
• Household members – The Department will run the caregiver background check on all adult household members at least one time each year. Licensees will be notified when to submit a background check fee for any household members.
• Employees – Centers will be required to complete a caregiver background check on all employees at least one time each year. The fees for a caregiver background check completed by the licensee will remain the same.

Additionally the list of convictions has changed. Many convictions are no longer subject to rehabilitation review. Several types of convictions that were not previously listed have been added. To review this list please click on the following link:

List of Convictions

Revised List of Convictions Jan 2010

Please always feel free to contact your Legislators regarding any Laws or concerns that affect your child care business. To find your Legislator go to:

http://www.legis.state.wi.us/